We support wholeheartedly Eric England's request to the Lima City Schools Board to develop and put in place much needed suicide survivor support groups. Happily Lima City Schools staff participated in Board sponsored support group facilitator training in the past and are well equipped to step in and respond to this young man's request.
For the past 3 years the Mental Health and Recovery Service Board has sponsored support group facilitator training. During this time over 140 people have been trained in the community to facilitate support groups ranging from Parkinson's Disease to Suicide Recovery Support.
This investment by the Mental Health and Recovery Serivces Board identified early on the need for the community to support families, friends and neighbors as they struggle with life's challenges.
Support groups provide an ongoing care system for those facing chronic physical problems, grief issues and are particularly helpful for suicide survivors. Support groups can also be a life saving link when times get tough and a friend or family member needs more professional help.
Congratulations Eric for taking such a bold step and we look forward to supporting you and the schools in the development of these groups.
Mike Schoenhofer
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